Retail Show 2025

Retail Show 2025 is set to be the largest B2B expo and conference in Saudi Arabia focused on retail innovation. This international tradeshow brings together retailers, policymakers, technology experts, startups, investors, and other key participants to examine the rapidly expanding retail market in the Kingdom.

As Saudi Arabia's retail sector is projected to exceed $200 billion by 2028, this event serves as a valuable platform to explore opportunities in e-commerce, omnichannel strategies, logistics, artificial intelligence, and supply chain advancements.

Event Highlights

Exhibition – Reserve a booth to present innovations, including AI solutions and next-generation shopping technologies, to influential decision-makers in the region.

Networking – Engage with investors, buyers, and retail executives through organized sessions and the Hosted Buyer program.

Conference – Gain insights from industry leaders discussing topics such as e-commerce, retail technology, supply chain management, sustainability, and more.

Featured Speakers

• Farah Bint Ahmed Ismail – Deputy Minister, Ministry of Economy and Planning
• Sue Donoghue – CEO, DHL Global Forwarding
• Michael Stockdale – Group Head of Supply Chain & Logistics, Red Sea Global
• Bilal Fares – SVP & GM MENA, adidas
• Riad Al-Mawass – General Manager, PepsiCo Saudi Foods
• Sharat Kumar – Executive Director, Retail Design & Delivery, Diriyah Company
• Abdo Chlala – Director & Country Manager, Amazon KSA
• Mustafa Khanwala – Founder & CEO, MishiPay
• Zeynep Sarsar – Director, CBRE MENA
• Doaa Gawish – Founder & CEO, The Hair Addict

…and many others from leading retail organizations globally and regionally.

Conference Topics

• Saudi Retail Revolution & Vision 2030
• Evolution of E-Commerce & Omnichannel Approaches
• Optimizing Retail Delivery & Logistics
• Retail Technology, AI & Digital Change
• Franchising and Market Growth
• Investment & Financing in Retail
• Giga Projects and Retail Prospects
• Enhancing Customer Experience & Sustainability

Schedule Summary

Day 1 – October 7

• 09:00 – Registration, Networking & Exhibition Opening
• 10:00 – Ministerial Keynotes & Official Opening
• 11:00 – Session 1: Vision 2030 & the Saudi Retail Revolution
• 13:30 – Session 2: Franchising in Saudi Arabia
• 15:20 – Session 3: E-Commerce Evolution
• 16:10 – Session 4: Digital Transformation & Omni-channel Strategies

Day 2 – October 8

• 09:00 – Registration & Exhibition Start
• 10:00 – Session 1: Supply Chain & Logistics Optimization
• 11:10 – Session 2: Investment & Financing in Retail
• 13:00 – Session 3: Saudi Giga Projects & Retail Requirements
• 13:55 – Session 4: Retail Technology & AI Integration
• 15:30 – Session 5: Enhancing Customer Experience
• 16:30 – Closing Remarks

Reasons to Participate

• Access exclusive insights from over 50 senior speakers in the retail and e-commerce sectors.
• Network with government officials, international brands, and investors.
• Discover innovations in AI, logistics, sustainability, and omnichannel strategies.
• Participate in Saudi Arabia’s largest retail-focused B2B expo and conference.

Target Audience

• Retail chains and franchises
• E-commerce companies
• Technology providers and logistics firms
• Investors, consultants, and advisors
• Government bodies and regulators
• Startups and entrepreneurs

Location

Radisson Hotel Riyadh Airport

Located 5 km from King Khalid International Airport

Features 1,800 sqm of event space, 11 meeting rooms, and modern business amenities.